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The Ups and Downs of Jake Highfill's Roller Coaster Campaign: Animation of a Complex Run for Office

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Jake Highfill has led a roller coaster of a campaign.

The 22-year old graduate of the University of Iowa recently defeated incumbent Erik Helland for the House District 39 seat in the Republican primary.

However, his campaign has not been without controversy.

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